OUWAIS ALLYMEEAH
Port Louis,Mauritius
Summary
Experienced audit and accounting professional with a robust skill set in external audit from planning to completion, IFRS financial reporting, and disclosure review. Demonstrates expertise in group consolidation, intercompany reconciliations, and IFRS Accounting Standards including share-based payments, leases, and revenue recognition. Proven track record in risk assessment, internal control testing, and substantive testing across various industries such as aviation, textile manufacturing, and automotive retail. Adept at financial statement analysis and client relationship management while providing coaching to junior staff. Career goals include advancing proficiency in audit processes within listed companies to drive financial integrity and transparency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Associate – Assurance
PricewaterhouseCoopers Mauritius
Moka
2021.08 - 2026.06
- Progressed from school leaver to Senior Associate, taking on increasing responsibility for planning and executing audit engagements in accordance with ISA and PwC methodology.
- Performed end-to-end audits of investment holding companies and locally listed entities, including risk assessment, test of controls, substantive testing and preparation of audit deliverables.
- Led sections of audits in the aviation industry (aircraft leasing) and airline/travel agency sector, reviewing complex revenue, lease and financing arrangements and ensuring compliance with IFRS (including IFRS 15 and IFRS 16).
- Assisted in the audit of textile manufacturing companies, focusing on inventory valuation, cost of sales and foreign currency transactions.
- Contributed to audits of food and beverage distribution and manufacturing companies, testing sales, purchases, inventory, and assessing internal controls over the supply chain.
- Participated in audits of automotive dealerships, testing vehicle inventories, revenue recognition, financing arrangements and related-party transactions.
- Involved in group consolidation audits, including review of component auditors' work, reconciliation of intercompany balances and consolidation adjustments, and analytical review of group financial statements.
- Gained practical experience in IFRS 2 – Share-based Payment on the group audit of a listed company, including testing valuation inputs, vesting conditions and related disclosures for equity-settled share-based payment schemes.
- Prepared working papers and documentation to a consistently high standard, ensuring clear linkage between risks, procedures performed and conclusions.
- Supported managers in coaching junior team members, reviewing their work and providing feedback on audit methodology and documentation quality.
- Built strong working relationships with client finance teams, addressing audit queries promptly and contributing to efficient resolution of issues.
- Consistently received exceptional performance feedback and identified by senior staff as a high performer, recognised for professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail.
Education
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) -
2021.12 - 2026.01
Cambridge Higher School Certificate (HSC) -
John Kennedy College
MauritiusCambridge School Certificate (SC) -
John Kennedy College
MauritiusSkills
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Audit & Accounting
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External audit (planning to completion)
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IFRS financial reporting and disclosure review
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Group consolidation and intercompany reconciliations
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Risk assessment and internal control testing
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Substantive testing of revenue, expenses, assets and liabilities
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Working paper preparation and audit documentation
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Industry exposure
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Listed companies
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Professional & Technical
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Financial statement analysis and review
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Analytical review and variance analysis
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Client relationship management
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Coaching and on-the-job training of juniors
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Strong numerical and problem-solving skills
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Proficient with audit and office productivity tools (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Aura Platinum)
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
Advanced
French – Fluent
Upper intermediate
Urdu – Fluent
Intermediate
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- High performer with a strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
- Quick learner, able to adapt to new industries and complex engagements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable interacting with clients and senior colleagues.
- Detail-oriented, organised and reliable in meeting deadlines under pressure.
Timeline
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) -
2021.12 - 2026.01
Senior Associate – Assurance
PricewaterhouseCoopers Mauritius
2021.08 - 2026.06
Cambridge Higher School Certificate (HSC) -
John Kennedy College
Cambridge School Certificate (SC) -
John Kennedy College